Coffee machines
Bean-to-cup, manual espresso and capsule machines. The big brands sell the same core machine at several prices, and the extra money often buys a screen or a milk carafe rather than better coffee.
Cheaper alternatives
De'Longhi La Specialista Opera EC9555.M alternatives
Three cheaper espresso machines. You give up the smart tamp and cold brew.
Top pick: De'Longhi La Specialista Touch12 Nov 2026
De'Longhi La Specialista Touch EC9455.M alternatives
Three cheaper picks. Each drops either the grinder or the automatic milk.
Top pick: De'Longhi La Specialista Arte12 Nov 2026
De'Longhi Rivelia EXAM440.55 alternatives
Three cheaper routes to fresh-bean coffee. You lose the hopper swap and auto milk.
Top pick: De'Longhi Magnifica S12 Nov 2026
Ninja Luxe Café ES601UK alternatives
Three cheaper machines that take up less room. None makes drip or cold brew.
Top pick: Sage Bambino Plus12 Nov 2026
Sage Barista Touch Impress alternatives
Keep the guidance, the grinder or the auto milk, and pay much less.
Top pick: Ninja Luxe Café11 Nov 2026
Sage Barista Express alternatives
Three cheaper espresso machines: a grinder, guided shots, or hands-free milk.
Top pick: De'Longhi La Specialista Arte10 Nov 2026